Details
ELVIS PRESLEY'S PERSONAL BIBLE
NEW CATHOLIC EDITION
In a custom black monogrammed case
With LOA from Elvis Presley's cousin, Patsy Presley
6½ x 9 in.
Provenance
Patsy Presley; Christie's, New York, 17 December 2004, lot 145.

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Lot Essay

A black hardbound copy of The Holy Bible (New Catholic Edition) embossed in gold on the cover in the bottom right margin, "Elvis Aaron Presley." The bible is housed in a soft black leather case with a zipper closure, slant pocket and a white leather cross in the shape of a sword, embossed in gold in the top right corner, "EAP." Also present is a letter of authenticity signed by Patsy Presley, Elvis' cousin. The letter is typed on Taking Care of Business Vernon Presley letterhead and reads in part "This Holy Bible (New Catholic Edition) was one of Elvis Presley's personal Bibles that was kept in his bedroom."

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